Market Place, Wells, Somerset 1976
$20.00
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This authentic 1970s colour photograph captures the historic Market Place in Wells, Somerset, in 1976. The image provides a factual record of the city’s architectural heritage and commercial life, documenting storefronts such as MacFisheries and the Gloucestershire Building Society. A prominent feature of the scene is the variety of period automotive transport, including a green Fiat 124 (registration OHR 558M), a yellow Volkswagen Passat (registration HYB 432N), and several Hillman Hunters and Minis parked along the square. The background includes the distinctive Gothic spires of Wells Cathedral and the local market cross, illustrating the intersection of ancient landmarks and modern British life during the 1970s. This archival shot is an essential resource for local historians and collectors of vintage Somerset photography.
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